HISTORIC TIMELINE
1868Recognition of Separate Status
Mohammed bin Thani signed an agreement with Britain recognizing Qatar's separate status.
1916British Protectorate
Qatar became a British protectorate following the decline of Ottoman rule.
1971Independence
Qatar gained independence from British protection.
2021Partial Shura Council Election
Qatar held a partial election for the Shura Council with two thirds of seats elected.
2024Abolition of Shura Council Elections
Qatar moved to abolish Shura Council elections, reverting to a fully appointed Assembly.